Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd

8278 Universal Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

American

Last inspected: Feb 24, 2026

Score

High Risk

Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd has been inspected four times since 2022. Inspectors last stopped by on Feb 24, 2026. A high risk tier suggests the facility had a rough recent inspection, with multiple violations on record.

The picture has gotten worse over the last few visits, with the average climbing from around four violations to closer to six violations.

Compared to other Orlando restaurants (averaging 79), there's room to close the gap. This restaurant has more on its record than most do.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Feb 24, 2026

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Toilet Rooms Maintained

FL-53

Mar 21, 2025

Routine - Food

4 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 8 violations

Intermediate - Commercially processed ready-to-eat, time/temperature control for safety food opened and held more than 24 hours not properly date marked after opening. Milk in reach in cooler in prep area **Corrected On-Site**

02C-03-5

Intermediate - Handwash sink not accessible for employee use at all times at kitchen entry. **Corrected On-Site**

31A-09-4

Intermediate - No paper towels or mechanical hand drying device provided at handwash sink. By dishwashing station. **Corrected On-Site**

31B-02-4

Intermediate - Proof of required state approved employee training not available for some employees. To order approved program food safety material, call DBPR contracted provider: Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (SafeStaff) 866-372-7233. Three temporary employees no proof of training.

53B-13-5

Basic - Employee personal items stored in or above a food preparation area, food, clean equipment and utensils, or single-service items. Purses, keys, and drink by single serve containers on dry storage shelf. **Corrected On-Site**

40-06-5

Basic - Employee with ineffective hair restraint while engaging in food preparation. Kitchen employee hair loosely restrained not effective.

13-02-4

Basic - Ice buildup in reach-in freezer.

14-69-4

Basic - Single-service articles improperly stored. Carton of single serve cups on floor by three compartment sink. **Corrected On-Site**

25-05-4

Sep 28, 2023

Food-Licensing Inspection

No violations found.

100

Sep 27, 2022

Routine - Food

1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 3 violations

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd on file is from Feb 24, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd compare to other restaurants in Orlando?

Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd most recently scored 50 out of 100, which is lower than the Orlando average of 79.

Has Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd have averaged around six violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Element by Westin Orlando Universal Blvd is inspected roughly once per year on average.

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